Tofu and Asian Pear "Poke"

Tofu and Asian Pear Poke

Ingredients:

1 block firm tofu, drained, pressed, and cut into bite-sized cubes
1 asian pear, cut into cubes
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
1/2 large red chili pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup coarsely chopped seaweed, pre-soaked for 5 minutes
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons green onion, chopped
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
1 tablespoon sesame oil
cilantro, for garnish

Preparation:

If using firm tofu, place tofu cubes in a colander to drain, then place tofu in a serving bowl.

Sprinkle sesame seeds, seaweed, chopped green onion, ginger and chili pepper over tofu and asian pear cubes and toss lightly.

Mix soy sauce and sesame oil together and pour over the rest of the ingredients. Toss lightly and chill for half an hour.

Serve with white (or brown) rice.

The picture certainly doesn't act as a sales tool for this dish - however, I found it delectable. The original recipe that I found was just for the tofu - but I thought adding in some crunchy element would really make it. That's where the asian pear came in and it was PERFECT. It added a slight sweetness and a fantastic burst of crisp freshness that countered well will the soft tofu.

A true no-cook meal! And great for lunch the next day!